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Bandai Azuma Skyline

福島県

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A scenic driving course with an impressive scale that is unlike anything in Japan.

This is a driving course that passes through the Azuma mountain range. From the course with an average altitude of 1,350m, you can enjoy magnificent views, and the mountainous road area has been talked about as "Japan's Arizona". It is truly a "road that runs through the sky", and many tourists enjoy driving on it.

Features & How to Enjoy

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Highlights

Point 1

A Sky Drive Course with a Vast and Desolate Landscape

The Bandai Azuma Skyline is a mountain road that runs north to south through Mt. Azuma. It has become a popular scenic drive course, known as "Japan's Arizona," on social media. The average elevation of the road is over 1,300 meters, making it truly a "road in the sky." The spots where the rock face is exposed are desolate, and you can feel as if you are overseas.

Point 2

"Fudosawa Bridge" is a Great Photo Spot

Tsubakuro Valley's Fudosawa Bridge is one of the best scenic spots on the Bandai Azuma Skyline. It is said to be named Tsubakuro Valley because swallows used to fly around there. Fudosawa Bridge spans the valley, with a depth of about 80 meters to the bottom. From the top of the bridge, you can enjoy a magnificent view. In addition, from the Tsubakuro Valley parking lot, you can see the entire bridge, and especially during the autumn foliage season, the contrast between the bridge and the foliage creates a beautiful scene. Let's take a photo of the bridge, which looks like it's floating in the sky.

Point 3

"Tengu no Niwa" is also a great spot for autumn leaves!

"Tengu no Niwa" is a scenic viewpoint located on the way to the highest point of the Bandai Azuma Skyline. It is named after a legend that says Tengu, a mythical creature, used to play here. Tengu no Niwa is also a popular spot for autumn leaves, along with Tsubakuro Valley. The view of the entire mountain slope dyed in red and yellow is a must-see. It is also counted as one of the "Azuma Eight Scenic Views", so why not enjoy some autumn leaf viewing?

Point 4

Take a Stroll Through the Wetlands at Jodo Plateau!

Jodo Plateau is located near the highest point of the Bandai Azuma Skyline, and when you get off at the Jodo Plateau Visitor Center parking lot, you're already in a world at an altitude of 1,600 meters. One popular activity in such a location is strolling through the wetlands of Jodo Plateau. From May to September, you can leisurely enjoy high-altitude plants in the clear air. The barrier-free walkway is also available, making it easy for wheelchair users and families to enjoy.

Point 5

The Impressive View of "Azuma-Kofuji" Crater

Standing proudly in front of the Jodo Plateau parking lot is the majestic Azuma-Kofuji. Climbing the stairs for about 10 minutes will bring you to the crater of Azuma-Kofuji. The crater, with a height difference of about 70 meters and a diameter of about 500 meters, is truly impressive. If you walk around the crater wall, you can enjoy a panoramic view of Jodo Plateau, and the view is superb. Even on cloudy days, the scenery is enveloped in a mystical atmosphere. It takes about an hour to walk around, so it is recommended to wear comfortable shoes for the climb.

Point 6

Enjoy Trekking in Kamano-numa!

At the Jodo-daira Visitor Center, the "Kamano-numa Course" is available for those who want to easily enjoy trekking. This is a general course that starts at the visitor center and takes about 2 hours to complete a distance of approximately 5km. The course, which exceeds an altitude of 1,700m, is a treasure trove of alpine plants. The entire area is designated as a forest ecosystem protection area, and you can fully enjoy the "beauty of nature" such as the beautiful Kamano-numa and mosses that hold very clean water. Bring drinks and rain gear and enjoy trekking safely!

Point 7

Enjoy Stargazing at the Observatory!

At Jododaira, you can even enjoy stargazing. The "Fukushima Jododaira Observatory" is a public observatory located at the highest point in Japan, and is a popular spot among observatory enthusiasts. The facilities are top-notch, including a 40cm reflecting telescope and a telescope dedicated to observing prominences. There are plenty of highlights, such as being able to see three types of meteorites and real-time prominences and sunspots on the sun.

Point 8

Popular Stopover Hot Spring: Takayu Onsen

After enjoying a drive, touring, trekking, and other activities on the Bandai Azuma Skyline, it's recommended to heal your fatigue at the hidden hot spring of Tohoku, "Takayu Onsen". Takayu Onsen was ranked first in the "National Hot Spring Satisfaction Ranking" by Jalan in 2021. Its simplicity of "nothing but hot springs" has led to its great popularity. The biggest attraction of Takayu Onsen is that it is a "100% natural hot spring" that is not touched at all. It is a genuine "natural hot spring" drawn from the source. After enjoying the magnificent view, soak in the hidden hot spring and refresh your body and mind.

Fee

Free Passage on the Bandai Azuma Skyline!

The Bandai Azuma Skyline restarted as a general prefectural road in July 2013. It was changed to a permanent "free tourist road," allowing for free passage. However, it's important to note that passage is not always guaranteed, as traffic restrictions may be implemented depending on weather conditions and volcanic activity levels. In addition, in cases where there is a risk of road surface freezing due to snowfall, the road may be closed. When visiting, be sure to check the traffic restriction information before heading out.

Access

Two Roads Lead to the Bandai Azuma Skyline

The Bandai Azuma Skyline is a driving course that spans about 29km and takes approximately one hour to complete. It's recommended to access it from the Fukushima Nishi IC or the Nihonmatsu IC. If entering from the former Takayu Gate (north side) entrance, it takes about 30 minutes by car from the Fukushima Nishi IC. If entering from the former Tsuchiyu Gate (south side) entrance, it takes about 40 minutes from the Nihonmatsu IC. When entering the destination into your car navigation system, it's best to use the "Jodo Plateau Visitor Center" located along the Bandai Azuma Skyline as a landmark.

Basic Information

	Address	1 Washikurayama, Tsuchiyu Onsen-machi, Fukushima-shi, Yama-gun, Fukushima 960-2157
	Business Hours	24 hours

Average Review

4.4

4 Reviews

晴れた日を狙って訪れた方が良いと思います！！登りも降りも結構な急勾配のカーブが連続するので、景色良くて脇見しちゃうと危ないです(^_^;) 登り切ると浄土平という平坦な場所に駐車場があります！そこにはお土産屋さんと食事処が有るのですが、そこまで期待しない方が良いかもです！スカイラインに行ったなら、浄土平に車両を吾妻小富士を歩いた方が良いです！！歩くの早い人で下から35分位です！ゆっくり回れば1時間位！車両で頂上付近まで行けて、お鉢の回りを歩けるところは少ないので、是非歩いてみて下さい！！

天気さえ良ければ、これ以上言うことのないくらい絶景が広がっています。何度か来ていますが、山の天気故に天気予報どおりにならない事も多々あります。しかし、いつ来ても気持ちの良い磐梯吾妻スカイラインは景色以上に走る楽しみも感じられる道なので、安全運転で楽しみたいですね！

ちょっと道が荒れてたり凹凸激しいところはありますが景色も良くて気持ちのいい道路です。火山ガスの為駐停車禁止ですが、浄土平より福島市側の所では、日本とは思えない荒涼とした景色がみれます！

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